Adding Value in the Recruiting Industry

In this podcast episode, Adam Steinharter, the Head of Talent Acquisition at Deepgram, discusses the recruiting industry's challenges and nuances. Steinharter highlights the need for recruiters to add value, adopt a long-term career approach, understand the science and art of working with people, and stay adaptable to industry trends. He also discusses the high turnover rate within the industry due to the lack of barriers to entry and the frequent layoffs during financial downturns. Furthermore, the conversation delves into the influence of technology and AI in reshaping the recruiting landscape, indicating that although automation could eliminate administrative tasks, the human element and personal connection in recruitment remain invaluable. Adam emphasizes the importance of understanding the business, hiring needs, and broader company operations to succeed in this career. Highlights: 01:44 The Challenges and Rewards of Recruiting 02:49 The Art and Science of Working with People 03:57 The Importance of Communication in Recruiting 09:00 Understanding the Business Impact on Recruiting 10:26 The Role of Recruiters in Company Growth 10:43 Demonstrating Value in Recruiting 21:29 The Future of Recruiting: Automation and AI Guest: Adam Steinharter is a veteran in the recruiting field having worked in both agency and in house. He has excelled at producing in various environments with stops at Google, SurveyMonkey, X, and the moonshot factory. Currently, Adam is the Senior Director of Talent at Deepgram, a leader in Voice AI. He is responsible for hiring, building scalable processes and recruiting operations. His passions include mentorship, building teams & organizations, and getting outside with his family. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asteinharter/ ------ Thank you so much for checking out this episode of The Talent Tango, and we would appreciate it if you would take a minute to rate and review us on your favorite podcast player. Want to learn more about us? Head over at https://www.elevano.com Have questions or want to cover specific topics with our future guests? Please message me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/amirbormand (Amir Bormand)